How to prevent injuries from hand tool use

Time:2021-11-24 00:00:00

1. Direct factors of injuries caused by hand tools:


①Shock or impact: The tools used fly out of control or the body loses balance, so as to hit the worker itself or nearby colleagues.


②Cutting: cut by the cutting edge, burr or sharp corner of the tool.


③Splash: Substances generated during work, such as chips, chemical solvents, etc., splash out and hurt the body, eyes or appearance of workers or others.


④ Electric shock: electric shock accident caused by electric tools.


2. Causes of injuries caused by hand tools:


①Inappropriate use of hand tools.


②The maintenance is not in accordance with the regulations.


③ Failure to check according to regulations before use.


④ The method used is incorrect.


⑤ Not wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.


⑥ The tool is stored in an improper location.


3. Principles of safe use of hand tools:


①Choose the hand tool that suits the work needs.


②Keep the tool in good condition.


③Choose hand tools with good material.


Do check hand tools before use.


⑤ Use hand tools in the correct way.


⑥ Hand tools should be placed in a safe place.


⑦ Wear appropriate protective equipment before working.


⑧ Choose standard tools or specified hand tools.


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